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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Chapter 8 is based on being kind to whom?
2. Schwartz believes that it is important to not let one believe that they are _____.
3. According to the famous sociologist, what happens when social roles are taken away from a person?
4. Schwartz states that even though one is ______ it does not mean that friendships cannot still be developed.
5. Today, what religion does Schwartz find himself drawn to?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Chapter 10, Morrie explains that it is extremely important for the sufferer to develop a connection with a higher power. Explain the importance behind the development of this connection with a higher power.
2. In Chapter 7, Morrie stresses the importance of sharing how one feels with others. Describe Morrie's concept of sharing and how it relates to those in declining health.
3. In Chapter 10, Morrie discusses the importance of spiritual connection. Explain Morrie's view on the importance of a spiritual connection and why one who is experiencing declining health needs this connection.
4. In Chapter 6, Morrie encourages his reader to become more active. Discuss how one in declining health should pursue activities.
5. In Chapter 10, Morrie describes his past religious experiences. What was Morrie's childhood religion? What worldwide event changed his religious views?
6. In Chapter 8, Morrie stresses the importance of having time alone. Explain why alone time is so important to someone who is ill.
7. At the end of Chapter 6, Morrie explains how he became well-known. Explain the process which leads to Morrie being in the public eye.
8. In Chapter 8, Morrie discusses newly found freedom of being whom you want to be. Explain this freedom and why it suddenly occurs.
9. In Chapter 8, Morrie discusses Martin Buber. Who is Buber, and what significance does he have to Morrie?
10. In Chapter 9, Morrie explains the importance of "emotional space." What is emotional space, and why is it important to one experiencing declining health?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Overcoming adversity is a major theme developed throughout the book. Explain the theme of overcoming adversity. Use specific examples from the book to support your answer.
Essay Topic 2
In Chapter 6, Schwartz explains that it is never too late to get involved in an activity or redirect your interests. Describe these concepts, using specific examples from the story. Initially, what interest did Morrie pursue for his own benefit?
Essay Topic 3
In Chapter 6, Schwartz discusses the sociologist Erving Goffman. Explain the importance that Goffman plays in helping Schwartz describe how to maintain an active involvement in life.
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